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Software Functionality Revealed in Detail

We’ve opened the hood on every major category of enterprise software. Learn about thousands of features and functions, and how enterprise software really works.

The simplified definition of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software is a set of applications that automate finance and human resources departments and help manufacturers handle jobs such as order processing and production scheduling. ERP began as a term used to describe a sophisticated and integrated software system used for manufacturing. In its simplest sense, ERP systems create interactive environments designed to help companies manage and analyze the business processes associated with manufacturing goods, such as inventory control, order taking, accounting, and much more. Although this basic definition still holds true for ERP systems, today its definition is expanding. Today’s leading ERP systems group all traditional company management functions (finance, sales, manufacturing, and human resources). Many systems include, with varying degrees of acceptance and skill, solutions that were formerly considered peripheral such as product data management (PDM), warehouse management, manufacturing execution system (MES), and reporting. During the last few years the functional perimeter of ERP systems began an expansion into its adjacent markets, such as supply chain management (SCM), customer relationship management (CRM), business intelligence/data warehousing, and e-business, the focus of this knowledge base is mainly on the traditional ERP realms of finance, materials planning, and human resources. The foundation of any ERP implementation must be a proper exercise of aligning customers' IT technology with their business strategies, and subsequent software selection.

Navigator One for SAP Business One (v88) is now TEC Certified for online comparison of accounting software in TEC's Evaluation Centers. The certification seal is a valuable indicator for organizations relying on the integrity of TEC research for assistance with their software selection projects. Download this report for product highlights, competitive analysis, product analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary.

I'm Larry Blitz, editor of TEC’s Vendor Showdown series. With enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems being the information backbone of the organization, we decided to take a closer look at three of the more popular discrete ERP solutions for the mid-market. Using TEC's ERP Evaluation Center, we compared Infor ERP LN 6.1, Epicor Vantage, and Lawson M3 Discrete Manufacturing Solutions head-to-head, based on the most recent data supplied to us by the three vendors.

business systems solutions erp For example, if your business requires an especially robust quality management functionality, even though Infor finished first overall, Lawson scored higher in the Quality Management module, and may therefore be a better choice for your organization. The same applies within individual modules, where the top-ranking vendor may not necessarily be the right one for your organization''s needs. Although Infor placed first overall and in Product Technology , the chart below shows Lawson as stronger in both the
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Visual Business Solutions (VBS) sells and supports the Infor Visual ERP business application suite for manufacturing, along with business practice and application consulting, software implementation, training services, technology infrastructure services, and on-going customer training and support. Unlike other software partners who implement numerous ERP systems, we only sell and support one ERP product. This was a strategic decision that allow us to focus on becoming the best and most knowledgeable Infor ERP consulting firm. We know manufacturing really well, and we are the best at implementing Infor Visual ERP n the manufacturing community.

business systems solutions erp Business Solutions Visual Business Solutions (VBS) sells and supports the Infor Visual ERP business application suite for manufacturing, along with business practice and application consulting, software implementation, training services, technology infrastructure services, and on-going customer training and support. Unlike other software partners who implement numerous ERP systems, we only sell and support one ERP product. This was a strategic decision that allow us to focus on becoming the best
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The implementation of an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system to automate business processes is a strategic investment. Buying the right system and choosing the best vendor for you are critical to a successful ERP implementation. As a decision maker, you need to quickly identify your ERP requirements, effectively communicate these needs to vendors, and successfully compare various product alternatives. Learn how.

business systems solutions erp basic integration with other business applications and systems (1 point) Require advanced data and systems integration (2 points) How much internal support will your organization have? Limited or no internal IT support (1 point) Sophisticated internal IT support resources (3 points) How geographically diverse your business operations are? Within the same state, require compliance with single state laws only (1 point) In multiple states within the US and multiple countries, require compliance with
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Founded in February 2000, Arena Solutions develops a collaborative bill of materials (BOM) and change management system designed to help small and midsize manufacturers deliver products to market. Arena provides an environment for centralizing, controlling, and analyzing complex and constantly changing product information, including BOMs, part specifications, and change orders. Arena Solutions is headquartered in Foster City, California (US).

Sage ERP X3 v.6 is now TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions for distribution in the ERP Evaluation Center. The certification seal is a valuable indicator for organizations relying on the integrity of TEC research for assistance with their software selection projects. Download this report for product highlights, competitive analysis, product analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary.

Ramco Enterprise Process Manufacturing is TEC Certified for online evaluation enterprise resource planning (ERP) for process manufacturing solutions in the ERP Evaluation Center. The certification seal is a valuable indicator for organizations relying on the integrity of TEC research for assistance with their software selection projects. Download this report for product highlights, competitive analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary.

For over a decade, organizations have struggled with a gap between IT and business due to shifts in perceptions of what business intelligence (BI) should be. Often, skilled IT workers get stuck in low-level reporting roles, while business workers can’t access and analyze information fast enough to make strategic decisions. This discussion with an industry technologist offers some ideas for bridging the IT/business gap.

business systems solutions erp Chasm between IT and Business Teams with New Approaches to Business Intelligence For over a decade, organizations have struggled with a gap between IT and business due to shifts in perceptions of what business intelligence (BI) should be. Often, skilled IT workers get stuck in low-level reporting roles, while business workers can’t access and analyze information fast enough to make strategic decisions. This discussion with an industry technologist offers some ideas for bridging the IT/business gap.
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SYSPRO ERP (version 6.1 SP1) is TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) for manufacturing (SMB) solutions in the ERP Evaluation Center. The certification seal is a valuable indicator for organizations relying on the integrity of TEC research for assistance with their software selection projects. Download this report for product highlights, competitive analysis, product analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary.

Epicor ERP Software System (v. 9.05) is now TEC Certified for online evaluation of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions for engineer-to-order (ETO) manufacturers in the ERP Evaluation Center. The certification seal is a valuable indicator for organizations relying on the integrity of TEC research for assistance with their software selection projects. Download this report for product highlights, competitive analysis, product analysis, and in-depth analyst commentary.

In a survey conducted by IBM, 83 percent of CIOs identified business intelligence (BI) and analytics as a key part of their strategies to boost competitiveness. Find out how BI can increase the efficiency and effectiveness of core business processes, and contribute to the creation of high-performing “analytics-driven” organizations that outperform their peers.

business systems solutions erp Business Outcomes with Business Analytics In a survey conducted by IBM, 83 percent of CIOs identified business intelligence (BI) and analytics as a key part of their strategies to boost competitiveness. Find out how BI can increase the efficiency and effectiveness of core business processes, and contribute to the creation of high-performing “analytics-driven” organizations that outperform their peers.
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business systems solutions erp support specific lines of business and complimentary product offerings. Unlike other software companies that grow through mergers and acquisitions (and sometimes end up with products that compete against each other internally), the merger of CDC and Consono created a solution provider with little overlap in product offerings. Ross ERP aims to address the unique needs of process manufacturers, such as complex inventory management (including the complexities around variable raw material inputs),
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Globally and across industries there is an increased interest in the relationship between quantifiable data on talent and business results. Most businesses do capture talent data, and nearly half are making decisions based on that information. This report features several studies demonstrating how the people intelligence gained by organizations through assessment enables them to make better hiring and development decisions and improve business performance.

business systems solutions erp Business Outcomes Study Report: People Intelligence Driving Business Results Globally and across industries there is an increased interest in the relationship between quantifiable data on talent and business results. Most businesses do capture talent data, and nearly half are making decisions based on that information. This report features several studies demonstrating how the people intelligence gained by organizations through assessment enables them to make better hiring and development decisions
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